Job Description
Psychology, Sociology & PSHE Teacher - Maternity Cover | Trafford | £168-£232 per day
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a passionate Social Sciences teacher for an exceptional opportunity - could this be your next role?
Are you a confident and engaging teacher of Psychology, Sociology and PSHE looking for a rewarding maternity cover position in a high-achieving girls' secondary school environment?
We are working with a well-regarded and oversubscribed girls' secondary school in Trafford, seeking a dedicated teacher to join their team from June 2026 through to Christmas 2026. This is a full-time role within a supportive, ambitious and academically driven setting where students are encouraged to aim high and achieve excellence.
The Role
- Full-time Psychology, Sociology & PSHE Teacher
- GCSE focus across all three subjects
- Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Plan and deliver engaging, structured lessons to mixed-ability classes
- Assess, track and support student progress in line with curriculum expectations
- Contribute to a high-performing Humanities/Social Sciences department
The School
- High-achieving and oversubscribed girls' secondary school
- Strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral care
- Students are motivated, respectful and ambitious
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative department culture
- A school that values high standards, inclusion and student wellbeing equally
- Excellent transport links across Trafford and surrounding areas
What We're Looking For
- QTS, QTLS, or equivalent secondary teaching qualification
- Experience teaching Psychology and/or Sociology at GCSE level (PSHE desirable)
- Strong classroom management and ability to engage learners of all abilities
- A teacher who can deliver clear, structured and engaging lessons
- Ability to contribute positively to both academic and pastoral development
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive daily rate: £168 - £232 per day
- Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses via The National College
- Full interview preparation and ongoing support
- Help with planning and placement guidance
- Simple online portal for timesheets and availability
- In-house payroll team - no third parties
- Flexible holiday pay options
- Referral rewards and networking opportunities
If you're a committed Social Sciences teacher looking to make an impact in a high-performing school environment during a maternity cover role, we would love to hear from you.
Call the Manchester team on 0161 674 0138
Or email Manchester@twrecruitment.com
